Carlos Artiles Fortun

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Carlos Artiles Fortún is a former producer and digital content producer for KSL NewsRadio. He left the station in 2023.

Rescuers racing in Haiti as storm threatens to follow quake

LES CAYES, Haiti (AP) — The death toll from a magnitude 7.2 earthquake in Haiti soared on Sunday as rescuers raced to find survivors amid the rubble ahead of a potential deluge from an approaching tropical storm. Saturday’s earthquake left at least 724 dead and 2,800 injured in the Caribbean island nation, with thousands more […]
3 years ago

Man dead after falling from Sky Ride at Lagoon

The victim died after falling 50 feet from Sky Ride, a ride similar to a chair lift, at Lagoon.
3 years ago

Man hit by car in Taylorsville in critical condition

TAYLORSVILLE, Utah — A man was rushed to the hospital and remains in critical condition after being hit by a car overnight in Taylorsville. According to police, the incident happened near 1150 W Meadowbrook Expressway. The man, in his 30’s, was reportedly walking on the road, the area has no sidewalk and it’s also poorly […]
3 years ago

Double homicide in overnight Magna shooting

MAGNA, Utah — An overnight shooting killed two people and left one injured at a house party in Magna. Unified Police tweeted early Sunday the shooting took place at 3623 south Evening Light Cove in Magna. Police received the call at 1:10 am, when officers arrived they found three gunshot victims at a large house […]
3 years ago

KSL Greenhouse | How to choose the tastiest melon and know if they are ripe

Many people don't know how to choose the best melon from the store or garden, and how to know when they are ripe. Here, we've got you covered.
3 years ago

Police searching for suspect after attempted carjacking in Murray

Police are searching for a male in an attempted carjacking.
3 years ago

2-year-old boy drowns at home swimming pool in Pleasant Grove

Pleasant Grove, UT — Police are investigating a tragic accident after parents find their 2-year-old son in the pool.   Pleasant Grove police Captain Britt Smith told KSL it happened Saturday, August 7th at around 7:30 near 400 East 700 North. The parents left their 2-year-old son for a couple of minutes to work on […]
3 years ago

Despite pandemic challenges, Tokyo Olympics comes to an end

TOKYO (AP) — It began with a virus and a yearlong pause. It ended with a typhoon blowing through and, still, a virus. In between just about everything. The Tokyo Olympics, christened with “2020” but held in mid-2021 after being interrupted for a year by the coronavirus, glided to their conclusion in a COVID-emptied stadium Sunday […]
3 years ago

Study shows young women in Utah get less physical activity

A new study out of the Utah State University shows that girls and young women in Utah get less physical activity than young men and boys the same age.
3 years ago

Smoky skies and heat make their return to Utah

The smoky skies are expected to add to unhealthy conditions for sensitive groups in several counties across Utah through Friday.
3 years ago

Masks dominate Canyons School Board meeting before classes start

SALT LAKE CITY — Parents packed the recent meeting of the Canyons School Board to talk about masks and COVID-19 ahead of the new school year. While some parents voiced concerns about masks, and others worried a mask mandate is needed, Canyons district officials say the issue is out of their hands because of a law […]
3 years ago

SLCPD releases body-cam footage of officer-involved shooting in July

The SLCPD body-cam footage reveals what happened at 1660 West 800 North in Salt Lake City on July 20, 2021.
3 years ago

Conserving energy with trees

Conserving summer energy with trees is easy with the right kind of tree, which can also help warm your home in the winter!
3 years ago

Clean up continues in Cedar City after massive flooding

A major clean-up is now underway in Cedar City to clear the debris from roadways, neighborhoods, and homes.
3 years ago

SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall issues mask mandate for government buildings

All patrons must wear a mask inside Salt Lake City government buildings following an executive order from SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall.
3 years ago

How to prevent blossom-end rot

Blossom-end rot is a disease affecting tomato, eggplant and watermelon fruits growing in Utah. Here's how to nip it in the bud!
3 years ago

Taking care of tomatoes during high temperatures

Tomatoes might take some extra time to ripen due to Utah's streak of hot days. But there are things you can do to help them along.
3 years ago

Microsoft is bringing back Clippy

The friendly Microsoft paper clip is coming back! After a 14 year hiatus, Clippy will be greeting users in emoji form.
3 years ago

Let’s Get Moving with Maria: The Empowered Wife

Every married couple knows there are ups and downs in a marriage. It was during one of those down times that Laura Doyle, the author of "The Empowered Wife," said she had a breakthrough.
3 years ago

How to keep grass alive but dormant during the drought

Utah’s record heat combined with the drought is making a lot of people rethink the way they water their lawn. Watering your lawn using less water and letting it go dormant is a great solution that can save thousands of gallons a year per household. Dr. Kelly Kopp, an Extension Water Conservation and Turfgrass Specialist […]
3 years ago